About
Esplanade - Theatres on the Bay is a performing arts venue at 1 Esplanade Drive, on the edge of Marina Bay in Singapore. Locals and visitors also know it as Esplanade or The Durian, a nickname that comes from its distinctive facade: a cluster of spiky aluminum shells that resemble the fruit of the same name.
What to expect
The building houses concert halls and theatres, and its grounds include outdoor performance spaces that open onto the waterfront. Because the venue spans indoor and outdoor settings, a visit can take many forms, from a seated evening performance to a stroll along the bay, depending on what is being staged when you go.
Its setting is a large part of the appeal. Marina Bay is one of the city's best-known waterfront areas, so the venue sits among the stretches of promenade, water and skyline that define central Singapore.
Planning a visit
- Check what is on before you go, since the programme determines which spaces are open to the public.
- Allow time to walk the outdoor areas by the bay, not just the interior.
- For questions about performances or visiting, the venue can be reached by phone at +65 6828 8377.
Whether you come for a performance or simply to see the building from the waterfront, Esplanade offers a clear sense of the arts and architecture that run through the Marina Bay district.
